The Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) Recruitment 2026

The Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) has announced a new job vacancy for the post of Lab Assistant. This is an excellent career opportunity for job seekers. Check the eligibility, salary details, and vacancy information. Don’t miss this chance—apply now for the latest recruitment!

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Location

Kolkata, West Bengal

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Deadline

21st January

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Published

7th January 2026

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The Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) Recruitment 2026 – Lab Assistant

The Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) has released Advertisement No. H/05/KMC/2025-26 dated 06 January 2026 for the recruitment of Lab Assistant on a contractual basis for the Central Lab (Food) under the Health Department. The detailed information about eligibility, dates, and application process is provided below.

Organization Details

Organization Name: The Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC)
Address: Office of the Chief Municipal Health Officer, 5, S. N. Banerjee Road, Kolkata – 700013, West Bengal, India
Official Website: www.kmcgov.in

Post and Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Vacancies	Category-wise Distribution	Employment Type
Lab Assistant	03	UR-1, SC-1, EWS-1	Contractual

Salary and Pay Scale

Consolidated Remuneration: ₹20,050/- (Rupees Twenty Thousand Fifty only) per month.

This is a fixed consolidated pay. No additional pay scale or grade pay has been mentioned.

Important Dates

Advertisement Date: 06 January 2026
Date of Interview: 21 January 2026
Reporting Time: Between 11:30 AM and 12:30 PM on the date of interview

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification: B.Sc. with Honours in Chemistry from a recognized university in India.
Residency Requirement: Must be a permanent resident of West Bengal.
Language Requirement: Must have knowledge of local languages as per Order Memo no. HFW/NHM-332/2023/1003(3) dated 31.07.2023.

Age Limit

As on 01.01.2026: Not more than 40 years and not less than 21 years.

Age Relaxation: As per Government of West Bengal norms for reserved categories.

Application Process

Mode of Application: Walk-in Interview (No online or postal applications will be accepted)

Venue of Interview:
Chamber of Dr. Tarun Kr. Safui, Dy CMHO III & Designated Officer (Food Cell),
Health Department of KMC (HQ), 1st Floor,
5, S. N. Banerjee Road, Kolkata – 700013

Required Documents: Candidates must bring original and photocopies of the following at the time of interview:

Age proof (Madhyamik or equivalent certificate)
B.Sc. Honours Degree in Chemistry – all mark sheets and pass certificate
Caste Certificate (as applicable under Govt. of West Bengal norms)
EWS/Income & Asset Certificate (if applicable)
Photo ID proof (Passport / Voter ID / PAN)
Address Proof (Passport / Voter ID / Aadhaar)

Selection Process

Direct selection through Walk-in Interview.
Verification of original documents at the time of interview.
Decision of competent authority regarding engagement shall be final.

Additional Information

Incomplete or improperly filled applications will be cancelled.
Mere possession of minimum qualification does not guarantee selection.
The Chief Municipal Health Officer reserves the right to modify or change any condition mentioned in the notification.

Helpline / Contact Information

Designation: Chief Municipal Health Officer
Organization: Kolkata Municipal Corporation
Address: Office of the Chief Municipal Health Officer, 5, S. N. Banerjee Road, Kolkata – 700013
Official Website: www.kmcgov.in